In recent decades, secularism has faced challenges, including communal violence, judicial disputes like the Shah Bano case and Sabarimala verdict, and the rise of identity-based politics, with debates around the Uniform Civil Code highlighting ongoing tensions. Despite these challenges, secularism remains a fundamental pillar of India’s democratic identity. Additionally, balancing the freedom of religion with…
“Secularism does not mean that we are against religion. It means that we are against any religion being the basis for our politics.” – Jawaharlal Nehru Secularism is a socio-political principle that advocates the separation of religion from the affairs of the state and ensures that individuals have the freedom to practice their faith without…
“India’s unity lies not in uniformity but in its diversity; regionalism must be an instrument of growth, not a wedge of division.” – Sardar Vallabh Bhai Patel Regionalism is a socio-political phenomenon wherein individuals and communities prioritize their regional identity over national identity. It stems from a sense of belonging to a specific geographical, cultural…
“A nation divided by religion or community can never reach its full potential. Communalism is the greatest barrier to national progress’’ – Subhas…